Letterkenny’s Church Lane is to be closed to traffic for four weeks for water works, Irish Water has announced.
The road closure will be in place from Monday, 19 September to Friday, 14 October 2022.
Traffic will be diverted from the lane, but local and emergency access will be accommodated at all times.
The works will involve the replacement of approximately 200 metres of old water mains along Church Lane as part of a programme to reduce drinking water lost by leakage in Letterkenny.
Local residents and businesses may also expect short-term interruptions to their water supply. Irish Water has stated that the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned interruption.
Farrans Construction will deliver the project on behalf of Irish Water. The work, when completed, will significantly reduce bursts and give locals a more reliable water supply.
Irish Water’s Networks Regional Lead Declan Cawley said: “We understand that this type of work can be inconvenient for local residents but work crews will make every effort to minimise any disruptions these necessary works cause. We thank the community for their continued co-operation and patience.”
Mr Cawley added: “Earlier this year we successfully replaced over 250 metres of old water mains along Wolfe Tone Place. Now we are prioritising works in Church Lane. Working with Donegal County Council, we prioritise leakage reduction works in the areas that need it most. Removing old pipes from the public water network in Church Lane will have major benefits for the supply in the area.
“Working in consultation with Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce, we are delighted to commence these vital works, in tackling water pressure and leakage along Church Lane and improve water security to homes and businesses alike.”